The Urban Land Institute, Washington, released its Real Estate Economic Forecast for Spring 2024. Among the major takeaways–while 2024 is seeing a solid economy, high interest rates continue to weigh on the industry.
Tag: Retail
Dealmaker: JLL Secures $190M in Refinancing for Boston-Area Retail Center
JLL Capital Markets, Chicago, arranged $190 million in first mortgage refinancing led by Wells Fargo and Truist for Legacy Place, a grocery-anchored retail center in Dedham, Mass.
Inflation’s Impact on Retail Real Estate
Colliers International, Toronto, said consumers are not alone in feeling elevated inflation–higher costs are problematic for retailers, too.
Retail Sector Benefits from Job Growth
The retail sector is reaping the benefits of recent strong job growth, reported Marcus & Millichap, Calabasas, Calif.
Innovations Drive Retail Resurgence
The pandemic and market pressures are forcing the retail sector to innovate, reported Colliers, Toronto.
MBA Chart of the Week: Retail E-Commerce/Retail Sales
Even before the onset of the pandemic, retail properties were under the microscope. Practitioners spoke about the United States being “over-retailed” compared to other countries, about a shift to experiential retail with a focus on services rather than goods, and about how the rise in e-commerce is a challenge to bricks-and-mortar.
MBA Chart of the Week: Retail E-Commerce/Retail Sales
Even before the onset of the pandemic, retail properties were under the microscope. Practitioners spoke about the United States being “over-retailed” compared to other countries, about a shift to experiential retail with a focus on services rather than goods, and about how the rise in e-commerce is a challenge to bricks-and-mortar.
Distressed Debt Monitor: Special Situations in Commercial Real Estate
As economies reopen against a backdrop of decreased consumer demand and continued government relief, commercial real estate investors are grappling with a double-edged sword: defending certain existing challenged debt and equity positions on one hand and seeking new opportunities given shifted market dynamics.
Repurposing Retail After COVID-19
Reonomy, New York, said retail properties are being recycled and repurposed due to COVID-19 as retailers redefine the sales channels they use to reach consumers.
Consumers Poised for Continued Strong Credit Activity
TransUnion, Chicago, said its quarterly Industry Insights Report points to several factors that portend good things for retailers this holiday season.